Nine players who’ve been far better for their country than clubs

How can you shine at World Cups yet look hapless at QPR? FourFourTwo profiles the men who’ve starred at international level, but underperformed through their club careers.

World Cup, day five: the things you might have missed

England leave it late – oh, so late – but got what they deserve against Tunisia, after Belgium spanked Panama and Sweden got off to a winning start.

England players had flies in our mouths – Kane

England captain and match-winner Harry Kane revealed that the team had more to deal with than just aggressive Tunisia defending on Monday. 

Griezmann renews Atletico contract after rejecting Barcelona

French international Antoine Griezmann has reaffirmed his desire to stay at Atletico Madrid, rejecting interest from Barcelona, by signing a new contract to 2023.

Russia will stop Salah – Cherchesov

Russia head coach Stanislav Cherchesov has pledged to shackle Mohamed Salah when the World Cup hosts take on Egypt in St Petersburg on Tuesday.

Highlights: Captain Kane saves Three Lions

Harry Kane marked his World Cup debut with a stoppage-time winner as England made hard work of overcoming Tunisia 2-1 in their Group G opener.

England snatch late win against Tunisia

A Harry Kane brace inspired England to claim a late 2-1 victory over Tunisia in their opening World Cup Group G encounter at the Volgograd Arena on Monday evening.

Watch: Belgium ease past Panama

Romelu Lukaku grabbed himself a brace as Belgium cruised to a 3-0 victory in their opening Group G World Cup match against Panama on Monday evening.

Coutinho expects more Neymar punishment at World Cup

Neymar and Brazil will have to get used to World Cup opponents trying to break up their attacking rhythm with tactical fouls, says Philippe Coutinho.

Neymar misses training after bruising World Cup clash

Brazil star Neymar sat out training on Monday following the 1-1 draw with Switzerland in their World Cup opener.